fuel cap FORD ASPIRE 1997 1.G Owners Manual

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Put the chains on the front tires tightly with
the ends held down securely. Retighten the
chains after driving 1/2 mile (1 km). Follow
the chain manufacturer's instructions.
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Do not drive faster than 30 mph (48 km/h)
or the chain manufacturer's recommended
speed limit, whichever is lower. Avoid
bumps, holes and sharp turns. If you can
hear the chains rub or bang against your
vehicle, remove the chains to prevent damage
to your vehicle.
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Tire chains may affect vehicle handling. Drive
carefully and avoid hard braking.
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Do not use chains on temporary spare tires.
They may damage the vehicle and the tire.
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Filling the Fuel Tank
[MC43760(ALL)01/96]
Your fuel hatch door is located on the driver's
side. To open the fuel door, simply pull the
hatch open.
[MC43765(ALL)01/96]
one third page art:0032224-B
Fuel hatch and fuel cap
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If you lose the fuel cap, replace it with an
authorized Motorcraft or equivalent part.
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WARNING
If you do not use the proper fuel cap, the
pressure in the fuel tank can damage the
fuel system or cause it to work improperly
in a collision.
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NOTE: If you replace your fuel cap with an
aftermarket fuel filler cap, the customer
warranty may be void for any damage
to the fuel tank and/or fuel system.
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WARNING
The fuel system may be under pressure. If
the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you
hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops
before completely removing the cap.
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A venting fuel tank is not an abnormal
condition. It may be caused by:
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too volatile a fuel for the weather conditions.
Service stations sometimes sell winter grade
fuel in the summer.
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extended periods of idling with the engine
RPM increased above the normal idle range.
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parking the vehicle in full sunlight for
extended periods on extremely hot days.
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WARNING
Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure
in an overfilled tank may cause leakage
and lead to fuel spray and fire.
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Before you fill your vehicle with fuel, extinguish
all lit cigarettes, other smoking materials, and
any open flames.
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To fill the tank properly:
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1. Remove the fuel cap. Proceed to add fuel to
the tank only if your vehicle is on level
ground.
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2. Make sure that you pump unleaded fuel and
put the nozzle all the way inside the fuel
filler pipe. The fuel tank is normally full
after three automatic shutoffs of the nozzle.
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3. If you spill any fuel on the body of your
vehicle, clean it off immediately. The fuel
may dull or soften the paint if you do not
wash it off.
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4. Replace the fuel cap tightly when you are
finished. Turn it clockwise until you hear at
least three clicks.
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5. Push the fuel door closed.
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Choosing the Right Fuel
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Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded
fuel is prohibited by law and could damage
your vehicle. The damage may not be covered
by your warranty.
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Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel
containing manganese-based additives such as
MMT. Additionally, vehicles certified to
California emission standards (indicated on the
underhood Vehicle Emissions Control
Information label) are designed to operate on
California reformulated gasolines. If California
reformulated gasoline is not available when you
refuel, your vehicle can be operated on
non-California fuels. However, even though your
engine will perform adequately on other
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Index 249
F
Fan.................. 146
engine fan, avoiding injury...... 146
Federal Communications Commission.... 29
Federal Highway Administration
Regulation............... 5
Flashers, hazard............ 45,121
Flashing the lights............. 47
Flat tire................ 130
Ford Customer Assistance Center..... 213
Ford Extended Service Plan........ 4
Ford Motor Company of Canada..... 218
Ford of Canada Customer Assistance
Centre................ 218
Foreign registration........... 220
French owner guides, how to obtain.... 3
Fuel.................. 174
calculating fuel economy....... 179
choosing the right fuel........ 176
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates......... 180
filling your vehicle with fuel...... 174
filter, specifications.......... 199
fuel filler door release lever...... 174
fuel gauge............... 16
improving fuel economy....... 180
octane rating...........176±177
quality..............176±177
running out of fuel.......... 179
safety information relating to
automotive fuels.......... 178
storing your vehicle.......... 197
treating emergencies......... 178
Fuel cap................ 174
removing.............. 174
replacing.............174±175
Fuel filler door............. 174
remote release............ 174
Fuel filter, specifications......... 199
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250 Index
Fuel gauge................ 16
Fuel pump shut-off switch
engine does not start......... 100
starting after a collision........ 100
Fuse panels............... 122
instrument panel........... 128
Fuses
charts..............122, 128
checking and replacing........ 128
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap).......... 174
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) . . . 176, 179
Gasoline (see Fuel)............ 174
Gauges, Electronic
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 17
fuel gauge............... 16
odometer................ 18
speedometer.............. 18
Gauges, Mechanical
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 17
fuel gauge............... 16
odometer................ 18
speedometer.............. 18
trip odometer.............. 18
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
definition............... 118
driving with a heavy load....... 118
Gearshift
automatic operation.......... 111
column-mounted........... 111
downshifting............. 117
floor-mounted............ 115
locking the gearshift........... 44
positions.............111, 115
shifting the gears.........111, 115
upshifting.............. 117
Gearshift:shifting the gears......111, 115
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